2003 Chevrolet Venture Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 30about this part
- Share
- 16%of 185 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 75,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 30 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2003 Chevrolet Venture, 16% of the 185 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 75,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 3 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“2003 chevy Venture, constantly having non working brake lights . Replacing bulbs constantly because of the melting. Replaced them again with a lubricate, that I was told was needed for this type of car. Still having problems. Getting tired of having to fix the brake lights everytime I need to go out.!!!!!!!!!!! Tired of being pulled over by the cops because of my non working brake lights............”
NHTSA complaint #10357125, filed 2010-09, 12,500 miles“I have a 2003 chevy Venture and when I purchased it, I noticed that the turn signals would start blinking real fast on the dash. When I would look at them on the outside they were blinking fine, as was the dash lights. This happened several times, so I thought that it was just the bulbs themselves. Then on march 29, 2014, I noticed a little puff of smoke come from the headlight area when my wife pulled into our driveway. I also noticed that the passenger side turn/parking light was out. …”
NHTSA complaint #10587966, filed 2014-05, 204,785 miles“The brake light on drivers side of 2003 chevy Venture constantly is burning out. Occurs within a week after repair each time. I have replaced the bulbs half a dozen times and replaced the entire circuit board twice with new dorman units. Problem persists. This is a common issue/complaint with this and other similar GM vans. It is a safety issue, makes it difficult to pass vehicle inspections and may result in a fine if I am stopped.”
NHTSA complaint #10341334, filed 2010-07, 98,000 miles“Except for center brake light, my brake lights do not work and at the same time took out my cruise control. I have done some research and it appears to be a faulty 'brake light switch' and I have seen many complaints about the same thing. No brakes mean definite accident waiting to happen and I current have no brake lights.”
NHTSA complaint #10160225, filed 2006-06, 83,900 miles“On my 2003 chevy Venture extended I have had to replace both tail light braking bulbs. My concern is that the bulbs elements inside the bulb didn't burn out they shorted out at the socket on both drive and passenger side melting the bulb to the socket. I'm afraid that this is gooing to create a electrical fire.”
NHTSA complaint #10129001, filed 2005-07, 41,500 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10249011Jan 12, 2024This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10232136Feb 15, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10200151Jun 21, 2021This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10169354Nov 12, 2019This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10155009Dec 13, 2018This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10116890Feb 12, 2016This informational bulletin provides an out line on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage and what should be considered warranty replacement and not
- 10116874Feb 8, 2016This informational bulletin provides information on exterior lamp condinsation and replacement guidelines
Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 2 | 5% |
| 2004 | 9 | 7% |
| 2003 | 30 | 16% |
| 2002 | 18 | 8% |
| 2001 | 13 | 6% |
| 2000 | 19 | 5% |
| 1999 | 15 | 4% |
| 1998 | 59 | 14% |
| 1997 | 62 | 14% |
Other parts of the 2003 Chevrolet Venture
27 complaintsEngine cooling
23 complaintsFuel system
23 complaintsAir bags
17 complaintsElectrical system
17 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
16 complaintsBrakes
12 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
11 complaintsSeat belts
10 complaintsSuspension
8 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaintsEngine
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 Chevrolet Venture
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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